Engineer I, Embedded Software_CA

ICU Medical • San Diego, CA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The Embedded Software Engineer I is an entry-level role responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining embedded software for hardware-based products. This position works closely with senior engineers to implement features, resolve defects, and ensure reliable performance in real-time or resource-constrained environments. The engineer will contribute to the full software development lifecycle while learning best practices for embedded systems design.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of C/C++ programming and embedded systems fundamentals.
• Familiarity with microcontrollers, embedded processors, or real-time operating systems.
• Basic knowledge of digital/analog electronics and ability to read schematics.
• Experience with Git or similar version control systems.
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience with embedded development tools (JTAG, SWD, GDB, IAR, Keil).
• Exposure to communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, BLE, or Ethernet.
• Familiarity with embedded Linux, device drivers, or board bring-up.
• Knowledge of unit testing frameworks or automated testing for embedded systems.
• Internship or project experience involving firmware or hardware-software integration.
• Understanding of safety-critical or regulated development environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test embedded software components in C/C++.
• Develop firmware for microcontrollers, embedded Linux systems, or RTOS-based platforms.
• Debug and troubleshoot software issues using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, debuggers, and diagnostic tools.
• Participate in code reviews and follow established coding standards and development processes.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and quality engineering teams.
• Assist in creating technical documentation, including design specifications and test procedures.
• Support integration of software with hardware prototypes and production units.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of development workflows and testing practices.

Benefits

• Competitive financial benefits, including a generous 401(k) match and (for eligible roles) our Annual Incentive Plan
• A wide range of benefit options at affordable rates
• Additional perks to assist employees with their work-life effectiveness, such as Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees